At SpartanNash, we deliver the ingredients for a better life through customer-focused innovation. We do this for our supply chain customers and U.S. military commissaries, retail store guests and, most importantly, our Associates. In fact, we see a day when each will say, **_“I can’t live without them.”_** Our SpartanNash family of Associates is 20,000 strong, ranging from bakery managers to order selectors; from IT developers to vice presidents of finance; from HR Business Partners to export specialists. Each of them plays an integral role in SpartanNash’s **People First** culture, Operational Excellence and Insights that Drive Solutions. Ready to contribute to the success of our food solutions company? Apply now! **Location:** 850 76th Street S.W. - Byron Center, Michigan 49315 **Job Description:** **Position Summary:** Primary purpose of this position is to drive the execution on the inventory strategy for selected commodity segments within a multi-distribution network. The manager is end-responsible for the planning, procurement, and vendor collaboration as well as the overall seamless flow of goods from vendor to distribution centers to support customers’ demand. **Here’s what you’ll do:** + Responsible for achieving Fill Rate and Inventory Turn objectives for assigned categories across the network. + Monitor team’s inventory and reviews the daily, weekly, and monthly purchase orders to support demand. + Work with team to evaluate efficient order quantities at the item and vendor level and weighs integral costs against service level needs, to ensure the DC’s can efficiently receive while still achieving optimal fill rate. + Monitor the suppliers’ performance, assessing their ability to meet inventory and delivery requirements; collaborate with suppliers to develop and execute appropriate supply plans. + Work with Inventory Services and Merchandising groups to develop plans to address overstocks and left over sale excess inventory. + Provide direction to team on issues resulting in non movement of inventory, and work with them to process return to vendor on overstocks and discontinued items. + Communicate and collaborate with Demand Planning Manager on a regular basis to resolve specific demand anomalies. + Train and develop team on buying systems utilization and processes to deliver best in class supply chain Fill Rate (service level) and inventory turn performance. + Determine root cause of Supply constraints and On Time performance issues and work with team and Vendors to improve their Inbound Fill Rate and On Time performance. + Collaborates with Merchandising team on ongoing supplier constraints. + Participate in S&OP process and collaborate with other departments and stakeholders to align on appropriate supply plans + Establish team performance goals to measure and evaluate the factors affecting the supply chain. + Develop policies to increase efficiency throughout the supply chain while ensuring quality and safety; implements subsequent changes to processes. + Communicate with Dir and VP of Inventory Management regarding business needs to secure resources needed to satisfy Customer demands and ensure delivery and/or implementation. + Work with team to identify optimal shipment and transportation routes with attention to consolidation of warehousing and distribution + Perform other related duties as assigned **Here’s what you’ll need:** + Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, logistics, business, or related field and/or combination of relevant experience and education; Master’s degree preferred. + 5+ years of experience in procurement, replenishment buying, demand planning, or other area of supply chain management. + 3+ years of experience as a supervisor, manager, or similar relevant position required. + Excellent verbal and written communication skills. + Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills with a proven ability to create and maintain positive working relationships with vendors, suppliers, operations, and customers. + Strong supervisory and leadership skills. + Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. + Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. + Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software **Physical Requirements:** The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. May be required to lift and/or move 20 pounds. The associate is frequently required to sit/stand/walk. While performing the duties of this position, the associate is subject to a typical office environment and is rarely exposed to outside weather conditions. Temperatures may vary for those subject to any of the following areas: computer/server room, print shop, production area). The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate but may be high in distribution settings. Travel requirements vary by assignment. As part of our **People First** culture, SpartanNash is proud to offer a robust and competitive Total Rewards benefits package (https://careers.spartannash.com/why-work-here/benefits/) . SpartanNash is an Equal Opportunity Employer that invests in Associate development, recognizes and celebrates success, fosters two-way communication, and promotes a sense of belonging. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including those with disabilities and Veterans. We are not able to sponsor work visas for this position. **SpartanNash (Nasdaq: SPTN) is a food solutions company that delivers the ingredients for a better life. Committed to fostering a** **People First** **culture, the SpartanNash family of Associates is 20,000 strong. SpartanNash operates two complementary business segments – food wholesale and grocery retail. Its global supply chain network serves wholesale customers that include independent and chain grocers, national retail brands, e-commerce platforms, and U.S. military commissaries and exchanges. The Company distributes products for every aisle in the grocery store, from fresh produce to household goods to its OwnBrands, which include the Our Family® portfolio of products. On the retail side, SpartanNash operates nearly 200 brick-and-mortar grocery stores, primarily under the banners of Family Fare, Martin’s Super Markets and D&W Fresh Market, in addition to dozens of pharmacies and fuel centers with convenience stores. Leveraging insights and solutions across its segments, SpartanNash offers a full suite of support services for independent grocers. For more information, visit** **spartannash.com** **.** Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. If you require assistance or an accommodation of any kind to complete an application, please contact us at recruiting@spartannash.com.